Messenger / Driver

Vacancy at the South African Embassy

Position: Messenger / Driver

Available: May 2026

Main duties:

· To primarily perform messenger/driver work for the Embassy and to collect, distribute and control movements of documents.

· Maintain accurate and up to date schedule trip sheets: i.e log official trips, daily mileage, fuel consumption.

· Ensures proper maintenance of the service vehicle.

· Assist with administrative and clerical functions such as process photocopies and franking mail; assisting officials and visitors with airport and hotel transfers and moving; handle all request forms for transport and other services.

· Assist with administrative tasks as and when required, such as inventories and stock control process: updating of asset register and inventory list; assist with the collection and delivery of goods; assist in the purchase of goods; check goods purchased against the invoices in terms of quality and quantity; and assist in the maintenance of all office equipment; provide support to the accounts section as and when required.

· To carry out maintenance tasks at the office, the Official Residence and other officials' residences

· Provide relief service to Ambassador's Chauffeur in his absence.

Requirements:

· 10 Years schooling plus two (2) years of chauffeur experience.

· Valid Swedish driver's licence with clean record.

· 100% Fluency in Swedish and English.

· Non-Swedish nationals need to have a valid residence permit (for work).

· A valid police report with no criminal record.

· Ability to maintain confidentiality.

· Extensive travelling is required and willingness to work extended hours.

· Be able to assist with asset verification and move furniture to scan.

· Experience from working as a handyman is an advantage.

· Possess a positive and flexible attitude, good organizational capability; dedication to service quality; and prepared to take on additional duties where appropriate, having the ability to handle stressful situations.

· Demonstrate the ability to function effectively in diverse conditions; have a sense of urgency; takes initiatives and always shows courtesy/diplomacy.

· To demonstrate by road test at the time of the interview, skills in handling vehicles and ability to drive defensively to avoid accidents and personal injuries.

Salary Package: Starts from SEK 237 483.00 per annum (negotiable depending on qualifications and experience). Annual bonus, fringe benefit is payable.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Please submit your application, both CV and Cover Letter (in English), no later than 12:00 noon on Thursday 14 May 2026 to embassy.stockholm@dirco.gov.za

South African Embassy, 6th Floor, Alsnögatan 7, 116 41